Position Title: Field Coordinator
Location: [Khanaqeen, Dyala, Iraq]
Duration: [6 months]
Reports to: Project Manager
About Kurdistan Organization for Human Rights Watch:
Kurdistan Organization for Human Rights Watch (KOHRW) is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization that was established in 1989 as a national NGO. KOHRW has contributed to humanitarian services and different development programs in the Kurdistan region and Iraq. KOHRW specializes in six areas of expertise: Human Rights, Protection, Shelter& WASH, Livelihood, Social Cohesion, and Education.
Objective:
The Field Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of project activities in the field, ensuring that all interventions are carried out effectively and in alignment with project objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the execution of field activities, including the Labour Market Assessment (LMA) and Training Needs Assessment, in assigned areas.
- Engage with local stakeholders, including community leaders, businesses, and training centers, to facilitate smooth project implementation.
- Oversee data collection processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to ethical standards.
- Monitor the progress of vocational training programs, providing on-site support to trainers and participants.
- Organize and conduct outreach activities to recruit youth and women for the vocational training programs.
- Facilitate communication between the project team and field stakeholders, ensuring that local needs and challenges are addressed.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security protocols during all field activities.
- Prepare and submit regular field reports to the Project Manager, detailing progress, challenges, and recommendations.
- Support the organization of graduation ceremonies, career days, and job matching fairs at the local level.
- Participate in monitoring and evaluation activities, including pre- and post-training assessments.
- Maintain accurate records of all field activities, including participant attendance, feedback, and outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in field coordination or similar roles, preferably in vocational training or livelihoods projects.
- Strong knowledge of the local context, including socio-economic dynamics and key stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Arabic and Kurdish; English is an asset.
- Experience working in conflict-affected or post-conflict settings is desirable.
To apply, send a CV and cover letter to hr@kohrw.org. Please note that the recruitment for this position is subject to budget availability and donor approval. Selected candidates may be interviewed shortly thereafter.
Deadline: 19th August 2024
Recruitment Notice:
Please note that the recruitment for this position is subject to donor approval. Final selection of candidates will be contingent upon receiving the necessary funding and authorization from the project's donor.